HOW TO LEARN KARATE ONLINE

If you always wanted to learn Karate but do not have access to a school for whatever reason, and you want to know how to learn Karate online, then this article is for you. Karate is one of the easier Martial Arts to learn as you don't need a partner to learn it. Its structure is very simple; there are many individual techniques and these are put together in patterns, also known as Kata.
KARATE ONLINE / MARTIAL ARTS ONLINE
KARATE ONLINE


I HAVE NO KARATE EXPERIENCE - WHERE DO I START?

Here are some tips to help you begin your martial arts journey. If you're not sure what style of martial arts is right for you or how to find a good school, then this is for you.

CAN KARATE CLASSES IMPROVE MY APPEARANCE?

Taking a martial arts class can definitely help you improve your appearance. Martial arts helps you lose weight and then maintain your weight loss, build lean muscle, and improve your posture.

WHAT ARE THE DIFFERNCES BETWEEN KARATE AND TAE KWON DO ?

With much rivalry between Karate and Tae Kwo Do, I take an unbiased look at what are the real differences between the 2 styles and what has caused them to develop that way. This is not to try to show that either style is better than the other, but rather to show how they have different strengths and how they gear themselves to maximise those strengths. I hope that it will give people of both styles a better understanding of the other.

BEST SELF DEFENSE TRAINING ; THE PROBIEM WITH KARATE TRAINING 

In this article I want to talk a little about the problem with karate training, with particular emphasis placed on the training rather than karate itself. Receiving instruction from someone who thoroughly understands the principals and theories of his or her chosen art, rather than knowing the "moves," is essential for turning a style into a practical self defense tool.

KARATE PRACTICE
KARATE PRACTICE


KARATE  GI AND TYPING YOUR KARATE BELT

Karate gi, or uniform is worn by all students during their training and consists of a jacket, pants and belt. Someone wearing a karate gi is immediately recognized as a student of karate, and most if not all dojos require use during training. Its sense of lightness and comfort allow for greater mobility when running different techniques which makes it perfect for sparring.


KARATE - THE ART OF VIRTUOUS MEN

There is an old Okinawan saying that goes like this: "Karate is the art of virtuous men". Okay, so what does it mean?

KIDS KARATE TRAINING

There are many ways in which a parent can teach his children certain things which are otherwise not taught at school. Take discipline and self-defense for example. You cannot expect that to be taught in school expect of course if they are part of the curriculum. It may not be too special before but now, these two values are often considered the most important things this days. Without them, your children will not be able to face the realities in life.

SOME BASIC INFORMATION ON KARATE

Some basic information about karate and its benefits. Some advice on the correct forms of address.

LEARNING KARATE - SOTO UKE (OUTSIDE FOREARM BLOCK) PART 1

The soto uke blocking arm should travel in more of a straight line, from the high preparation point, to completion and not a sweeping arc. Remember, the blocking part of the arm, is the inside of the forearm, not the edge of the arm! In the finished blocking position, make sure you can tighten all of your arm muscles properly, if you cannot, your blocking arm will be to high, to far forward, or to far accross the center of the body.


THE THREE STEOS TO THE CREATION OF KI POWER  BY APPLYING FLUX THEORY TO KARATE KATA

In this article I am going to tell you the real truth about building ki power through karate kata. This type of internal energy is actually easy to build, but I have never met an instructor who knew the secret of how to unlock the power. I don't care if you practice Japanese Karate forms, Korean Karate forms, Okinawan Karate forms, or whatever, the power can be built--you just have to know the three easy steps.

LEARNING KARATE AT HOME TIPS FOR SUCCESS!

Now, you may laugh at this, but I would often find myself talking and mumbling to myself. I believe the one thing that stopped me going completely crazy, was music! If you are learning karate at home, put some of your favourite music on, especially when you are really going for it.
SELF DEFISE
SELF - DEFECE


TEKKI SHODAN - SHOTOKAN KARATE KATA

The original name for Tekki is Naihanchi or Naifuanchi, which was originally taught to the Okinawan karateka by a Chinese martial artist. Master Gichin funakoshi changed the name Naihanchi, to Tekki, but many karate groups still use Naihanchi. Before the Heian/Pinan kata were developed, Naihanchi/Tekki was the first kata taught, in many karate dojo on Okinawa.


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